250-556 - Administration of Symantec ProxySG 6.7

Exam Code: 250-556

The 250-556: Administration of Symantec ProxySG 6.7 exam was designed to validate the skills required to configure, manage, and troubleshoot Symantec ProxySG 6.7 appliances. However, please note that this certification has been officially retired as of December 8, 2019, and is no longer offered by Broadcom.

 Exam Overview (Historical Reference)

• Exam Code: 250-556
• Certification: Symantec Certified Specialist (SCS) – Administration of Symantec ProxySG 6.7
• Format: Computer-based, multiple-choice questions
• Number of Questions: Approximately 40–70
• Duration: 60 to 90 minutes
• Passing Score: 65% to 75%
• Delivery: Administered at secure testing centres

Exam Topics

The exam covered a comprehensive range of topics related to ProxySG 6.7, including:

• ProxySG Security Deployment Options
• ProxySG Management Console
• Traffic Interception using Proxy Services
• Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)
• Visual Policy Manager (VPM)
• Filtering Web Content
• Threat Intelligence and Network Defense
• Ensuring Safe Downloads
• User Notifications and Internet Usage Policies
• Access Logging on the ProxySG
• Initial Configuration and Licensing
• Authentication Realms and Credentials
• Managing SSL Traffic and HTTPS
• SGOS and Caching Architecture
• System Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
• Content Policy Language (CPL)
• Integration with Other Symantec Products
• A detailed breakdown of these topics can be found in the official study guide .

 Current Alternatives

Given the retirement of the 250-556 exam, professionals interested in web security and proxy solutions should consider exploring current certifications and training offered by Broadcom or other leading cybersecurity organizations. Staying updated with the latest certifications ensures relevance in the evolving field of network security.

If you need assistance identifying current certifications or training programs related to web security and proxy solutions, feel free to ask!